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Providing a diverse range of perspectives from bullish to bearish, 9 analysts have published ratings on Principal Finl Gr (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PFG#NASDAQ">PFG</a>) in the last three months.
The table below summarizes their recent ratings, showcasing the evolving sentiments within the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th></th>
<th align="right">Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Indifferent</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th align="right">Bearish</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">3</td>
<td align="right">4</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Last 30D</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>1M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>2M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>3M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
The 12-month price targets, analyzed by analysts, offer insights with an average target of $83.89, a high estimate of $92.00, and a low estimate of $69.00. This current average has decreased by 2.7% from the previous average price target of $86.22. 
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1737057621_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Decoding Analyst Ratings: A Detailed Look</h2>
In examining recent analyst actions, we gain insights into how financial experts perceive Principal Finl Gr. The following summary outlines key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Analyst</th>
<th>Analyst Firm</th>
<th>Action Taken</th>
<th>Rating</th>
<th>Current Price Target</th>
<th>Prior Price Target</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Scott Heleniak</td>
<td>RBC Capital</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Sector Perform</td>
<td>$91.00</td>
<td>$91.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Elyse Greenspan</td>
<td>Wells Fargo</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Underweight</td>
<td>$69.00</td>
<td>$75.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Ryan Krueger</td>
<td>Keefe, Bruyette &amp; Woods</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Market Perform</td>
<td>$90.00</td>
<td>$93.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Jimmy Bhullar</td>
<td>JP Morgan</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$92.00</td>
<td>$95.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>John Barnidge</td>
<td>Piper Sandler</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$90.00</td>
<td>$90.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Elyse Greenspan</td>
<td>Wells Fargo</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Underweight</td>
<td>$75.00</td>
<td>$84.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Bob Huang</td>
<td>Morgan Stanley</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Underweight</td>
<td>$80.00</td>
<td>$86.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Scott Heleniak</td>
<td>RBC Capital</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Sector Perform</td>
<td>$91.00</td>
<td>$87.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Alex Scott</td>
<td>Barclays</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Underweight</td>
<td>$77.00</td>
<td>$75.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: Analysts adapt their recommendations to changing market conditions and company performance. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise' or 'Lower' their stance, it reflects their response to recent developments related to Principal Finl Gr. This information provides a snapshot of how analysts perceive the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Unveiling insights, analysts deliver qualitative insights into stock performance, from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings convey expectations for the relative performance of Principal Finl Gr compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Analysts set price targets as an estimate of a stock's future value. Comparing the current and prior price targets provides insight into how analysts' expectations have changed over time. This information can be valuable for investors seeking to understand consensus views on the stock's potential future performance.</li>
</ul>
For valuable insights into Principal Finl Gr's market performance, consider these analyst evaluations alongside crucial financial indicators. Stay well-informed and make prudent decisions using our Ratings Table.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/PFG/analyst-ratings?utm_source=Benzinga Insights">Stay up to date on Principal Finl Gr analyst ratings.</a>
<h2>Get to Know Principal Finl Gr Better</h2>
Principal Financial Group Inc is a leader in Global investment management offering businesses, individuals and institutional clients a wide range of financial products and services, including retirement, asset management and insurance through diverse family of financial services companies. It operates in four business segments that are Retirement and Income Solutions, Principal Global Investors, Principal International, and United States Insurance Solutions. The company receives maximum revenue in the form of premiums.
<h3>Key Indicators: Principal Finl Gr's Financial Health</h3>
Market Capitalization: Positioned above industry average, the company's market capitalization underscores its superiority in size, indicative of a strong market presence.
Decline in Revenue: Over the 3 months period, Principal Finl Gr faced challenges, resulting in a decline of approximately -34.51% in revenue growth as of 30 September, 2024. This signifies a reduction in the company's top-line earnings. In comparison to its industry peers, the company trails behind with a growth rate lower than the average among peers in the Financials sector.
Net Margin: Principal Finl Gr's net margin lags behind industry averages, suggesting challenges in maintaining strong profitability. With a net margin of -7.31%, the company may face hurdles in effective cost management.
Return on Equity (ROE): The company's ROE is below industry benchmarks, signaling potential difficulties in efficiently using equity capital. With an ROE of -1.98%, the company may need to address challenges in generating satisfactory returns for shareholders.
Return on Assets (ROA): Principal Finl Gr's ROA is below industry averages, indicating potential challenges in efficiently utilizing assets. With an ROA of -0.07%, the company may face hurdles in achieving optimal financial returns.
Debt Management: Principal Finl Gr's debt-to-equity ratio is below the industry average. With a ratio of 0.35, the company relies less on debt financing, maintaining a healthier balance between debt and equity, which can be viewed positively by investors.
<h2>Understanding the Relevance of Analyst Ratings</h2>
Within the domain of banking and financial systems, analysts specialize in reporting for specific stocks or defined sectors. Their work involves attending company conference calls and meetings, researching company financial statements, and communicating with insiders to publish "analyst ratings" for stocks. Analysts typically assess and rate each stock once per quarter.
In addition to their assessments, some analysts extend their insights by offering predictions for key metrics such as earnings, revenue, and growth estimates. This supplementary information provides further guidance for traders. It is crucial to recognize that, despite their specialization, analysts are human and can only provide forecasts based on their beliefs.
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Analyst Ratings

Breaking Down Principal Finl Gr: 9 Analysts Share Their Views

19 analysts have expressed a variety of opinions on Shift4 Payments (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FOUR#NYSE">FOUR</a>) over the past quarter, offering a diverse set of opinions from bullish to bearish.
In the table below, you'll find a summary of their recent ratings, revealing the shifting sentiments over the past 30 days and comparing them to the previous months.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th></th>
<th align="right">Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Indifferent</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th align="right">Bearish</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td align="right">9</td>
<td align="right">7</td>
<td align="right">3</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Last 30D</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>1M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>2M Ago</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>3M Ago</td>
<td align="right">7</td>
<td align="right">5</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
Analysts have set 12-month price targets for Shift4 Payments, revealing an average target of $117.11, a high estimate of $150.00, and a low estimate of $100.00. Marking an increase of 11.53%, the current average surpasses the previous average price target of $105.00. 
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1737057611_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Understanding Analyst Ratings: A Comprehensive Breakdown</h2>
A comprehensive examination of how financial experts perceive Shift4 Payments is derived from recent analyst actions. The following is a detailed summary of key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Analyst</th>
<th>Analyst Firm</th>
<th>Action Taken</th>
<th>Rating</th>
<th>Current Price Target</th>
<th>Prior Price Target</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Andrew Bauch</td>
<td>Wells Fargo</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$120.00</td>
<td>$110.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Rayna Kumar</td>
<td>Oppenheimer</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$121.00</td>
<td>$120.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>James Faucette</td>
<td>Morgan Stanley</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$109.00</td>
<td>$90.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Sanjay Sakhrani</td>
<td>Keefe, Bruyette &amp; Woods</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Market Perform</td>
<td>$112.00</td>
<td>$112.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Jason Kupferberg</td>
<td>B of A Securities</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$105.00</td>
<td>$112.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Will Nance</td>
<td>Goldman Sachs</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$125.00</td>
<td>$119.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Hal Goetsch</td>
<td>B. Riley Securities</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$150.00</td>
<td>$110.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Peter Heckmann</td>
<td>DA Davidson</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$126.00</td>
<td>$118.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Will Nance</td>
<td>Goldman Sachs</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$119.00</td>
<td>$106.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Tim Chiodo</td>
<td>UBS</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$125.00</td>
<td>$95.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Andrew Bauch</td>
<td>Wells Fargo</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$110.00</td>
<td>$100.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Hal Goetsch</td>
<td>B. Riley Securities</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$110.00</td>
<td>$104.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>James Friedman</td>
<td>Susquehanna</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Positive</td>
<td>$120.00</td>
<td>$105.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Clarke Jeffries</td>
<td>Piper Sandler</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$120.00</td>
<td>$93.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Hal Goetsch</td>
<td>BTIG</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$118.00</td>
<td>$105.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Jason Kupferberg</td>
<td>B of A Securities</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$112.00</td>
<td>$100.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>James Friedman</td>
<td>Susquehanna</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Positive</td>
<td>$105.00</td>
<td>$97.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Andrew Bauch</td>
<td>Wells Fargo</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$100.00</td>
<td>$95.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Peter Heckmann</td>
<td>DA Davidson</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$118.00</td>
<td>$104.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: Analysts adapt their recommendations to changing market conditions and company performance. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise' or 'Lower' their stance, it reflects their response to recent developments related to Shift4 Payments. This information provides a snapshot of how analysts perceive the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Gaining insights, analysts provide qualitative assessments, ranging from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings reflect expectations for the relative performance of Shift4 Payments compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Analysts navigate through adjustments in price targets, providing estimates for Shift4 Payments's future value. Comparing current and prior targets offers insights into analysts' evolving expectations.</li>
</ul>
To gain a panoramic view of Shift4 Payments's market performance, explore these analyst evaluations alongside essential financial indicators. Stay informed and make judicious decisions using our Ratings Table.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/FOUR/analyst-ratings?utm_source=Benzinga Insights">Stay up to date on Shift4 Payments analyst ratings.</a>
<h2>Get to Know Shift4 Payments Better</h2>
Shift4 Payments Inc is provider of integrated payment processing and technology solutions. The company offers software providers a single integration to an end-to-end payments offering, a powerful gateway and a robust suite of technology solutions (including cloud enablement, business intelligence, analytics, and mobile) to enhance the value of their software suites and simplify payment acceptance. The company derives maximum revenue from United States.
<h3>Shift4 Payments: Delving into Financials</h3>
Market Capitalization Analysis: Reflecting a smaller scale, the company's market capitalization is positioned below industry averages. This could be attributed to factors such as growth expectations or operational capacity.
Revenue Growth: Shift4 Payments displayed positive results in 3 months. As of 30 September, 2024, the company achieved a solid revenue growth rate of approximately 34.62%. This indicates a notable increase in the company's top-line earnings. As compared to competitors, the company surpassed expectations with a growth rate higher than the average among peers in the Financials sector.
Net Margin: Shift4 Payments's net margin lags behind industry averages, suggesting challenges in maintaining strong profitability. With a net margin of 5.92%, the company may face hurdles in effective cost management.
Return on Equity (ROE): Shift4 Payments's ROE lags behind industry averages, suggesting challenges in maximizing returns on equity capital. With an ROE of 7.11%, the company may face hurdles in achieving optimal financial performance.
Return on Assets (ROA): Shift4 Payments's ROA lags behind industry averages, suggesting challenges in maximizing returns from its assets. With an ROA of 1.26%, the company may face hurdles in achieving optimal financial performance.
Debt Management: Shift4 Payments's debt-to-equity ratio is notably higher than the industry average. With a ratio of 3.54, the company relies more heavily on borrowed funds, indicating a higher level of financial risk.
<h2>The Basics of Analyst Ratings</h2>
Benzinga tracks 150 analyst firms and reports on their stock expectations. Analysts typically arrive at their conclusions by predicting how much money a company will make in the future, usually the upcoming five years, and how risky or predictable that company's revenue streams are.
Analysts attend company conference calls and meetings, research company financial statements, and communicate with insiders to publish their ratings on stocks. Analysts typically rate each stock once per quarter or whenever the company has a major update.
Some analysts publish their predictions for metrics such as growth estimates, earnings, and revenue to provide additional guidance with their ratings. When using analyst ratings, it is important to keep in mind that stock and sector analysts are also human and are only offering their opinions to investors.
If you want to keep track of which analysts are outperforming others, you can view updated analyst ratings along withanalyst success scores in <a href="https://benzinga.grsm.io/register174">Benzinga Pro</a>.
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FOUR

What 19 Analyst Ratings Have To Say About Shift4 Payments

Who knew stodgy utilities would turn into tech's <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/utilities">unsung heroes</a>? 
JPMorgan analysts Jeremy Tonet and Richard W. Sunderland chose Entergy Corp (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ETR#NYSE">ETR</a>), NiSource Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NI#NYSE">NI</a>), and Vistra Corp (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VST#NYSE">VST</a>) as top stock picks, betting on a <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/artificial-intelligence">power-hungry AI revolution</a> and surging data center demand to fuel their growth.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Entergy: Oops, It Did It Again?</h2>
Entergy is making waves with yet another massive data center deal in Louisiana. A local filing hints at a $12 billion Hut 8 project, which, if confirmed, would be the utility's third major hyperscaler win. 
JPMorgan sees this as validation of Entergy's growing dominance in the large commercial &amp; industrial (C&amp;I) power space—big tech is setting up shop, and Entergy is cashing in. 
With Meta Platform's (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/META#NASDAQ">META</a>) $10 billion investment in Northern Louisiana and Amazon.com Inc's (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMZN#NASDAQ">AMZN</a>) $10 billion spend in Mississippi, the trend is clear: AI needs juice, and Entergy is becoming the go-to provider.
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Vistra: Hold Onto That Power Feeling</h2>
Vistra isn't just another independent power producer (IPP)—it's JPMorgan's top pick among IPPs (independent power producers), with a strong balance of natural gas leverage and nuclear opportunity. The firm sees manufacturing onshoring, electrification, and relentless data center demand driving power prices higher, and Vistra is positioned to capitalize. 
While competitors like Constellation Energy Corp (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CEG#NASDAQ">CEG</a>) and Talen Energy Corp (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TLN#NASDAQ">TLN</a>) also have nuclear exposure, JPMorgan believes Vistra offers the best risk/reward balance, thanks to its Permian and Appalachia gas assets and strategic flexibility.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">NiSource: A Sleeper Bet On Load Growth</h2>
NiSource may not have Entergy's headline-grabbing hyperscaler deals, but it's quietly benefiting from the same secular trends. 
JPMorgan sees broader electrification and industrial demand bolstering NiSource's long-term growth, making it a strong contender for utility investors looking beyond the AI gold rush.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">The Big Picture</h2>
JPMorgan believes 2024's power demand boom is just getting started, and utilities with data center exposure are in pole position. 
While Entergy leads the pack with another possible hyperscaler deal, Vistra's diversified portfolio and NiSource's steady growth make them standout picks ahead of earnings. 
For investors betting on AI's insatiable energy appetite, these utilities might just be the next big trade.
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</ul>
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AMZN

Are Utilities The New Tech? Why Entergy, NiSource, Vistra Are JPMorgan's Top Picks For 2025

Scotiabank analyst Nicholas Yulico maintains W.P. Carey (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WPC#NYSE">WPC</a>) with a Sector Perform and lowers the price target from $60 to $59.

Price Target

Scotiabank Maintains Sector Perform on W.P. Carey, Lowers Price Target to $59

Scotiabank analyst Nicholas Yulico maintains Realty Income (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/O#NYSE">O</a>) with a Sector Perform and lowers the price target from $61 to $59.

Scotiabank Maintains Sector Perform on Realty Income, Lowers Price Target to $59

The board of directors of&nbsp;WEC Energy Group (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WEC#NYSE">WEC</a>) today declared a quarterly cash dividend of 89.25 cents per share on the company's common stock, an increase of 6.9 percent over the current quarterly dividend of 83.50 cents per share. This raises the annual dividend rate to $3.57 per share.
The higher dividend is payable March 1, 2025, to stockholders of record on Feb. 14, 2025. This marks the 330th&nbsp;consecutive quarter — dating back to 1942 — that the company will have paid a dividend to its stockholders.

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WEC Energy Group Raises Quarterly Dividend From $0.8350 To $0.8925

KLA Corporation (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KLAC#NASDAQ">KLAC</a>) shares are ripping higher on Thursday. They are trading in sympathy with Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company Limited (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSM#NYSE">TSM</a>), which reported earnings ahead of estimates.
But KLA Corporation may be about to reverse and head lower. This is why our team of technical analysts has made it our Stock of the Day.
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If sellers are aggressive and push the price below this range, traders say it is oversold. If buyers push the price above the range, traders say it is overbought.
These are important dynamics. Many trading strategies are based on the concept of reversion to the mean. Stocks that are overbought or oversold tend to reverse back into their average trading ranges.
There are dozens and maybe even hundreds of different ways to measure a stock's momentum. These are called momentum indicators or oscillators.
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Some new traders make the mistake of using too many of these indicators. They believe that the more they study, the better their results will be.
But sometimes a trader would be better off just using a few and mastering them.
The lower part of the chart is the Relative Strength Momentum Indicator (RSI). This is a popular indicator. When the blue line is higher than the horizontal red line, it indicates overbought conditions.  As you can see, that is the case now.
The red line on the price chart is called a Bollinger Band. It is another popular way to measure momentum.
The line is two standard deviations above the 20-day moving average. Statistics and probability theory suggest that 95% of trading should occur within two standard deviations of the mean.
If the stock exceeds this threshold, it is considered to be overbought. As you can see, that is the case now.
The last two times <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/KLAC">KLA Corporation</a> was shown to be overbought simultaneously by both of these indicators, a sell-off followed soon after. It may be about to happen again.
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Technicals

KLAC

Stock Of The Day: Is KLA Corporation's Rally About To End?

Scotiabank analyst Greg McGinniss maintains Gaming and Leisure Props (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GLPI#NASDAQ">GLPI</a>) with a Sector Perform and lowers the price target from $50 to $49.

GLPI

Scotiabank Maintains Sector Perform on Gaming and Leisure Props, Lowers Price Target to $49

On Thursday, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/spruce-point-capital">Spruce Point Capital released</a> a detailed report on PROCEPT BioRobotics (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PRCT#NASDAQ">PRCT</a>), raising concerns about the claims surrounding its market potential and growth prospects, suggesting the company&#8217;s stock could face a 30% to 60% downside.
Spruce Point questions the credibility of Procept&#8217;s addressable market estimates, business metrics, and valuation.
Procept BioRobotics specializes in a robotic surgical system for benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH or enlarged prostate).
Benzinga has contacted Procept for comment on the Spruce Point report and will update if a response is received.
The company&#8217;s Aquablation therapy, a waterjet procedure designed to minimize sexual side effects compared to other surgeries, has gained traction in high-volume U.S. hospitals, contributing to significant revenue growth—from under $10 million in 2020 to $200 million, according to Spruce Point.
However, Spruce Point argues that Procept's comparison to Intuitive Surgical Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ISRG#NASDAQ">ISRG</a>) is misleading and that the addressable market for Aquablation is significantly overstated.
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Spruce Point <a target="_blank" href="https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20250116281668/en/Spruce-Point-Capital-Management-Announces-Investment-Opinion-Releases-Report-and-Strong-Sell-Research-Opinion-on-PROCEPT-BioRobotics-NASDAQ-PRCT" rel="noreferrer noopener">writes</a> that Aquablation&#8217;s appeal is limited to a niche segment of patients with large prostates, representing only a small fraction of the BPH market. Most BPH patients suffer from mild to moderate symptoms, often managed with medications or minimally invasive surgical therapies (MISTs).
These outpatient procedures, offering minimal risks and shorter recovery times, have rapidly gained market share since 2014, accounting for 40-45% of BPH surgeries. Spruce Point says MISTs will continue to outpace resective procedures like Aquablation.
Further concerns stem from Procept's rising days sales outstanding (DSOs), which have increased from 47 to 130 days over three years, signaling potential sales and accounting issues.
Spruce Point also found inconsistencies in Procept's reported surgical volumes and equipment utilization rates, raising doubts about the company's metrics.
Procept&#8217;s statements regarding its robotic and AI capabilities have faced scrutiny. Critics, including Spruce Point Capital Management, argue that the system&#8217;s reliance on sales representatives during procedures and the need for surgeon expertise undermines its &#8220;automation&#8221; narrative. The HYDROS system, introduced with promises of AI-driven advancements, has been met with mixed feedback, with some urologists finding its features underwhelming.
Despite Procept&#8217;s $4.7 billion market valuation and premium revenue multiple, Spruce Point argues that its niche product, structural barriers to growth, and questionable metrics make its valuation unsustainable. The firm estimates Procept's fair value at $29 to $54 per share, implying substantial downside risk.
Price Action: PRCT stock is down 1.79% at $76.91 at last check Thursday.
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Short Sellers

Short Ideas

Health Care

General

ISRG

PRCT

Spruce Point Sees Trouble Ahead For Procept BioRobotics

Scotiabank analyst Allan Verkhovski maintains Monday.Com (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MNDY#NASDAQ">MNDY</a>) with a Sector Outperform and lowers the price target from $325 to $300.

MNDY

Scotiabank Maintains Sector Outperform on Monday.Com, Lowers Price Target to $300

Wingstop's (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WING#NYSE">WING</a>) short percent of float has fallen 3.55% since its last report. The company recently reported that it has 1.74 million shares sold short, which is 5.98% of all regular shares that are available for trading. Based on its trading volume, it would take traders 3.59 days to cover their short positions on average.
<h3>Why Short Interest Matters</h3>
Short interest is the number of shares that have been sold short but have not yet been covered or closed out. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-short-a-stock/">Short selling</a> is when a trader sells shares of a company they do not own, with the hope that the price will fall. Traders make money from short selling if the price of the stock falls and they lose if it rises.
Short interest is important to track because it can act as an indicator of market sentiment towards a particular stock. An increase in short interest can signal that investors have become more bearish, while a decrease in short interest can signal they have become more bullish.
See Also: <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/short-interest">List of the most shorted stocks</a>
<h3>Wingstop Short Interest Graph (3 Months)</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1737056724_0.png" alt="short_fig" />
As you can see from the chart above the percentage of shares that are sold short for Wingstop has declined since its last report. This does not mean that the stock is going to rise in the near-term but traders should be aware that less shares are being shorted.
<h3>Comparing Wingstop's Short Interest Against Its Peers</h3>
Peer comparison is a popular technique amongst analysts and investors for gauging how well a company is performing. A company's peer is another company that has similar characteristics to it, such as industry, size, age, and financial structure. You can find a company's peer group by reading its 10-K, proxy filing, or by doing your own similarity analysis.
According to <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/">Benzinga Pro</a>, Wingstop's peer group average for short interest as a percentage of float is 9.30%, which means the company has less short interest than most of its peers.
Did you know that increasing short interest can actually be bullish for a stock? <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-make-money-on-a-short-squeeze/">This post by Benzinga Money explains how you can profit from it.</a>
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and was reviewed by an editor.

WING

Looking Into Wingstop's Recent Short Interest

Navitas Semiconductor's (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVTS#NYSE">NVTS</a>) short percent of float has risen 16.42% since its last report. The company recently reported that it has 29.11 million shares sold short, which is 22.62% of all regular shares that are available for trading. Based on its trading volume, it would take traders 3.64 days to cover their short positions on average.
<h3>Why Short Interest Matters</h3>
Short interest is the number of shares that have been sold short but have not yet been covered or closed out. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-short-a-stock/">Short selling</a> is when a trader sells shares of a company they do not own, with the hope that the price will fall. Traders make money from short selling if the price of the stock falls and they lose if it rises.
Short interest is important to track because it can act as an indicator of market sentiment towards a particular stock. An increase in short interest can signal that investors have become more bearish, while a decrease in short interest can signal they have become more bullish.
See Also: <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/short-interest">List of the most shorted stocks</a>
<h3>Navitas Semiconductor Short Interest Graph (3 Months)</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1737056719_0.png" alt="short_fig" />
As you can see from the chart above the percentage of shares that are sold short for Navitas Semiconductor has grown since its last report. This does not mean that the stock is going to fall in the near-term but traders should be aware that more shares are being shorted.
<h3>Comparing Navitas Semiconductor's Short Interest Against Its Peers</h3>
Peer comparison is a popular technique amongst analysts and investors for gauging how well a company is performing. A company's peer is another company that has similar characteristics to it, such as industry, size, age, and financial structure. You can find a company's peer group by reading its 10-K, proxy filing, or by doing your own similarity analysis.
According to <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/">Benzinga Pro</a>, Navitas Semiconductor's peer group average for short interest as a percentage of float is 9.51%, which means the company has more short interest than most of its peers.
Did you know that increasing short interest can actually be bullish for a stock? <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-make-money-on-a-short-squeeze/">This post by Benzinga Money explains how you can profit from it.</a>
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and was reviewed by an editor.

NVTS

Peering Into Navitas Semiconductor's Recent Short Interest

TD Synnex's (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SNX#NYSE">SNX</a>) short percent of float has fallen 29.05% since its last report. The company recently reported that it has 1.44 million shares sold short, which is 2.54% of all regular shares that are available for trading. Based on its trading volume, it would take traders 1.88 days to cover their short positions on average.
<h3>Why Short Interest Matters</h3>
Short interest is the number of shares that have been sold short but have not yet been covered or closed out. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-short-a-stock/">Short selling</a> is when a trader sells shares of a company they do not own, with the hope that the price will fall. Traders make money from short selling if the price of the stock falls and they lose if it rises.
Short interest is important to track because it can act as an indicator of market sentiment towards a particular stock. An increase in short interest can signal that investors have become more bearish, while a decrease in short interest can signal they have become more bullish.
See Also: <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/short-interest">List of the most shorted stocks</a>
<h3>TD Synnex Short Interest Graph (3 Months)</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1737056714_0.png" alt="short_fig" />
As you can see from the chart above the percentage of shares that are sold short for TD Synnex has declined since its last report. This does not mean that the stock is going to rise in the near-term but traders should be aware that less shares are being shorted.
<h3>Comparing TD Synnex's Short Interest Against Its Peers</h3>
Peer comparison is a popular technique amongst analysts and investors for gauging how well a company is performing. A company's peer is another company that has similar characteristics to it, such as industry, size, age, and financial structure. You can find a company's peer group by reading its 10-K, proxy filing, or by doing your own similarity analysis.
According to <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/">Benzinga Pro</a>, TD Synnex's peer group average for short interest as a percentage of float is 4.88%, which means the company has less short interest than most of its peers.
Did you know that increasing short interest can actually be bullish for a stock? <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-make-money-on-a-short-squeeze/">This post by Benzinga Money explains how you can profit from it.</a>
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and was reviewed by an editor.

Looking Into TD Synnex's Recent Short Interest

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NVDA

Analyst Ming-Chi Kuo Posts On X "TSMC's excellent financial result supports the positive AI trend. However, concerns remain regarding the shipment of Nvidia's GB200 NVL72. It might seem contradictory, but it's not. The key lies in TSMC's advanced nodes, a scarce resource highly sought by all global customers. Therefore, short-term underperformance of a single customer or product isn't likely to significantly impact TSMC's business momentum. On the contrary, TSMC often outperforms the industry average..."

Israel's cabinet will reportedly vote on a ceasefire agreement <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/01/43011383/israel-gaza-ceasefire-hostage-exchange">with Hamas on Friday.</a>
Since the announcement of the tentative truce on Wednesday, Israeli airstrikes in Gaza have reportedly killed 83 people, according to a spokesperson for Gaza's Civil Defense, marking the highest daily toll in over a week, <a href="https://www.cnn.com/world/live-news/israel-hamas-gaza-ceasefire-hostages-01-16-24/index.html">CNN</a> reports.
What Happened: The ceasefire proposal, brokered after extensive negotiations, aims to halt the ongoing conflict in Gaza and facilitate the release of hostages held by Hamas in exchange for Palestinian prisoners. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has refrained from commenting on specific deal provisions until all elements are finalized, CNN said. 
Tnsions within Netanyahu's coalition government are escalating. A key right-wing faction has threatened to withdraw its support unless the ceasefire's initial phase leads to a resumption of military operations.
According to CNN, international humanitarian agencies have welcomed the deal, urging unfettered access to Gaza to address the extensive humanitarian crisis.
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Why It Matters: With the ceasefire on shaky ground, Netanyahu's decision to <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/global/25/01/43029992/netanyahu-postpones-ceasefire-vote-raising-questions-about-gaza-truce-prospects">delay the cabinet vote</a> — citing additional demands by Hamas — raises questions about the agreement's durability. Senior Hamas official Sami Abu Zuhri has denied allegations of reneging on the deal, calling the claims baseless.
The dispute has cast doubt on the potential end to a 15-month conflict.
International mediators remain hopeful, emphasizing the significance of the agreement in alleviating the humanitarian toll in Gaza. 
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Global

Israel Cabinet Reportedly Set To Vote On Gaza Truce Friday

Scotiabank analyst Greg Harrison maintains Keros Therapeutics (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KROS#NASDAQ">KROS</a>) with a Sector Outperform and lowers the price target from $44 to $41.

KROS

Scotiabank Maintains Sector Outperform on Keros Therapeutics, Lowers Price Target to $41

Benzinga's options scanner just detected over 9 options trades for NextDecade (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NEXT#NASDAQ">NEXT</a>) summing a total amount of $1,381,889.
At the same time, our algo caught 2 for a total amount of 71,571.
<h3>What's The Price Target?</h3>
Analyzing the Volume and Open Interest in these contracts, it seems that the big players have been eyeing a price window from $4.0 to $8.0 for NextDecade during the past quarter. 
<h3>Volume &amp; Open Interest Development</h3>
Looking at the volume and open interest is a powerful move while trading options. This data can help you track the liquidity and interest for NextDecade's options for a given strike price. Below, we can observe the evolution of the volume and open interest of calls and puts, respectively, for all of NextDecade's whale trades within a strike price range from $4.0 to $8.0 in the last 30 days. 
<h3>NextDecade Option Activity Analysis: Last 30 Days</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1737056003_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" />
<h3>Significant Options Trades Detected:</h3>

<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Symbol</th>
<th>PUT/CALL</th>
<th>Trade Type</th>
<th>Sentiment</th>
<th>Exp. Date</th>
<th>Ask</th>
<th>Bid</th>
<th>Price</th>
<th>Strike Price</th>
<th>Total Trade Price</th>
<th>Open Interest</th>
<th>Volume</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>NEXT</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$3.6</td>
<td>$3.5</td>
<td>$3.6</td>
<td>$5.00</td>
<td>$713.4K</td>
<td>26.3K</td>
<td>2.6K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>NEXT</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$1.65</td>
<td>$1.6</td>
<td>$1.65</td>
<td>$7.00</td>
<td>$251.1K</td>
<td>7.3K</td>
<td>1.5K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>NEXT</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$3.6</td>
<td>$3.5</td>
<td>$3.6</td>
<td>$5.00</td>
<td>$214.6K</td>
<td>26.3K</td>
<td>614</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>NEXT</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$4.6</td>
<td>$4.3</td>
<td>$4.3</td>
<td>$4.00</td>
<td>$86.0K</td>
<td>249</td>
<td>200</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>NEXT</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$1.7</td>
<td>$1.55</td>
<td>$1.65</td>
<td>$7.00</td>
<td>$50.6K</td>
<td>7.3K</td>
<td>1.9K</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h3>About NextDecade</h3>
NextDecade Corp is a energy company predominantly engaged in construction and development activities related to the liquefaction of natural gas and sale of LNG and the capture and storage of CO2 emissions. The company provides a number of services depending on the individual needs of the customer. These include the supply and trade of LNG volumes, the creation of new natural gas infrastructure including pipeline and natural gas liquefaction facilities, treatment and processing of natural gas into LNG, as well as technical engineering and design services related to the development and execution of natural gas infrastructure, transporting, shipping and storage of LNG.
Following our analysis of the options activities associated with NextDecade, we pivot to a closer look at the company's own performance.
<h3>Where Is NextDecade Standing Right Now?</h3>
<ul>
<li>With a volume of 4,321,781, the price of NEXT is down -1.73% at $7.96. </li>
<li>RSI indicators hint that the underlying stock may be overbought.</li>
<li>Next earnings are expected to be released in 53 days.</li>
</ul>
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Options

Behind the Scenes of NextDecade's Latest Options Trends

Investors with a lot of money to spend have taken a bullish stance on EOG Resources (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EOG#NYSE">EOG</a>).
And retail traders should know.
We noticed this today when the positions showed up on publicly available options history that we track here at Benzinga.
Whether these are institutions or just wealthy individuals, we don't know. But when something this big happens with EOG, it often means somebody knows something is about to happen.
Today, Benzinga's options scanner spotted 8 options trades for EOG Resources.
This isn't normal.
The overall sentiment of these big-money traders is split between 50% bullish and 37%, bearish.
Out of all of the options we uncovered, there was 1 put, for a total amount of $35,000, and 7, calls, for a total amount of $489,627.
<h3>What's The Price Target?</h3>
Taking into account the Volume and Open Interest on these contracts, it appears that whales have been targeting a price range from $120.0 to $150.0 for EOG Resources over the last 3 months. 
<h3>Analyzing Volume &amp; Open Interest</h3>
In today's trading context, the average open interest for options of EOG Resources stands at 541.83, with a total volume reaching 1,571.00. The accompanying chart delineates the progression of both call and put option volume and open interest for high-value trades in EOG Resources, situated within the strike price corridor from $120.0 to $150.0, throughout the last 30 days.
<h3>EOG Resources Option Activity Analysis: Last 30 Days</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1737055998_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" />
<h3>Largest Options Trades Observed:</h3>

<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Symbol</th>
<th>PUT/CALL</th>
<th>Trade Type</th>
<th>Sentiment</th>
<th>Exp. Date</th>
<th>Ask</th>
<th>Bid</th>
<th>Price</th>
<th>Strike Price</th>
<th>Total Trade Price</th>
<th>Open Interest</th>
<th align="right">Volume</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>EOG</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/31/25</td>
<td>$16.4</td>
<td>$16.4</td>
<td>$16.4</td>
<td>$121.00</td>
<td>$145.9K</td>
<td>115</td>
<td align="right">27</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>EOG</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$13.9</td>
<td>$12.6</td>
<td>$12.81</td>
<td>$124.50</td>
<td>$73.9K</td>
<td>395</td>
<td align="right">55</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>EOG</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>02/28/25</td>
<td>$4.8</td>
<td>$4.3</td>
<td>$4.4</td>
<td>$137.00</td>
<td>$70.8K</td>
<td>15</td>
<td align="right">161</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>EOG</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/31/25</td>
<td>$15.4</td>
<td>$15.4</td>
<td>$15.4</td>
<td>$122.00</td>
<td>$70.8K</td>
<td>62</td>
<td align="right">46</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>EOG</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>01/16/26</td>
<td>$10.0</td>
<td>$9.3</td>
<td>$9.3</td>
<td>$150.00</td>
<td>$57.7K</td>
<td>2.2K</td>
<td align="right">68</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h3>About EOG Resources</h3>
EOG Resources is an oil and gas producer with acreage in several US shale plays, primarily in the Permian Basin and the Eagle Ford. At the end of 2023, it reported net proven reserves of 4.5 billion barrels of oil equivalent. Net production averaged roughly 985,000 barrels of oil equivalent per day in 2023 at a ratio of 71% oil and natural gas liquids and 29% natural gas.
Following our analysis of the options activities associated with EOG Resources, we pivot to a closer look at the company's own performance.
<h3>EOG Resources's Current Market Status</h3>
<ul>
<li>With a volume of 1,265,323, the price of EOG is up 0.27% at $137.43. </li>
<li>RSI indicators hint that the underlying stock may be overbought.</li>
<li>Next earnings are expected to be released in 35 days.</li>
</ul>
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EOG Resources Unusual Options Activity For January 16

Deep-pocketed investors have adopted a bullish approach towards Enphase Energy (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ENPH#NASDAQ">ENPH</a>), and it's something market players shouldn't ignore. Our tracking of public options records at Benzinga unveiled this significant move today. The identity of these investors remains unknown, but such a substantial move in ENPH usually suggests something big is about to happen.
We gleaned this information from our observations today when Benzinga's options scanner highlighted 17 extraordinary options activities for Enphase Energy. This level of activity is out of the ordinary.
The general mood among these heavyweight investors is divided, with 52% leaning bullish and 47% bearish. Among these notable options, 11 are puts, totaling $1,117,668, and 6 are calls, amounting to $297,956.
<h3>Predicted Price Range</h3>
After evaluating the trading volumes and Open Interest, it's evident that the major market movers are focusing on a price band between $50.0 and $75.0 for Enphase Energy, spanning the last three months.
<h3>Analyzing Volume &amp; Open Interest</h3>
Looking at the volume and open interest is a powerful move while trading options. This data can help you track the liquidity and interest for Enphase Energy's options for a given strike price. Below, we can observe the evolution of the volume and open interest of calls and puts, respectively, for all of Enphase Energy's whale trades within a strike price range from $50.0 to $75.0 in the last 30 days. 
<h3>Enphase Energy Option Volume And Open Interest Over Last 30 Days</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1737055992_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" />
<h3>Noteworthy Options Activity:</h3>

<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Symbol</th>
<th>PUT/CALL</th>
<th>Trade Type</th>
<th>Sentiment</th>
<th>Exp. Date</th>
<th>Ask</th>
<th>Bid</th>
<th>Price</th>
<th>Strike Price</th>
<th>Total Trade Price</th>
<th>Open Interest</th>
<th>Volume</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>ENPH</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$2.55</td>
<td>$2.16</td>
<td>$2.3</td>
<td>$65.00</td>
<td>$183.9K</td>
<td>5.4K</td>
<td>833</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>ENPH</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>02/21/25</td>
<td>$12.7</td>
<td>$12.45</td>
<td>$12.46</td>
<td>$75.00</td>
<td>$179.7K</td>
<td>6.7K</td>
<td>612</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>ENPH</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>02/21/25</td>
<td>$12.5</td>
<td>$12.25</td>
<td>$12.5</td>
<td>$75.00</td>
<td>$177.5K</td>
<td>6.7K</td>
<td>276</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>ENPH</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>02/21/25</td>
<td>$12.8</td>
<td>$12.45</td>
<td>$12.53</td>
<td>$75.00</td>
<td>$153.0K</td>
<td>6.7K</td>
<td>468</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>ENPH</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>02/21/25</td>
<td>$12.8</td>
<td>$12.55</td>
<td>$12.8</td>
<td>$75.00</td>
<td>$131.8K</td>
<td>6.7K</td>
<td>1.1K</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h3>About Enphase Energy</h3>
Enphase Energy is a global energy technology company. The company delivers smart, easy-to-use solutions that manage solar generation, storage, and communication on one platform. The company's microinverter technology primarily serves the rooftop solar market and produces a fully integrated solar-plus-storage solution. Geographically, it derives a majority of revenue from the United States.
In light of the recent options history for Enphase Energy, it's now appropriate to focus on the company itself. We aim to explore its current performance.
<h3>Enphase Energy's Current Market Status</h3>
<ul>
<li>With a trading volume of 2,772,157, the price of ENPH is down by -3.24%, reaching $63.7.</li>
<li>Current RSI values indicate that the stock is is currently neutral between overbought and oversold.</li>
<li>Next earnings report is scheduled for 19 days from now.</li>
</ul>
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Options are a riskier asset compared to just trading the stock, but they have higher profit potential. Serious options traders manage this risk by educating themselves daily, scaling in and out of trades, following more than one indicator, and following the markets closely.
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Oil and gas giant BP Plc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BP#NYSE">BP</a>) is reducing its workforce by 4,700 positions, which accounts for 5% of its employees, and eliminating more than 3,000 contractor jobs.
The oil giant aims to streamline its operations and reduce costs as part of an ongoing initiative to cut <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/earnings/24/05/38665532/why-bp-shares-are-trading-lower-premarket-today">$2 billion by the end of 2026.</a>
CEO Murray Auchincloss communicated these cuts to staff as part of the company&#8217;s ongoing cost-reduction efforts.
Since June 2024, BP suspended or paused 30 projects to concentrate on its most lucrative initiatives, according to a report from <a href="https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2025-01-16/bp-eliminates-thousands-of-jobs-in-cost-cutting-effort-ceo-says?srnd=phx-industries-energy&amp;sref=TBDibEcD">Bloomberg</a>.
BP employs approximately 90,000 people worldwide, and while the cuts will affect several regions, specific details on country-level job losses have not been disclosed, reported <a href="https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/ckgy3ve1q69o">BBC</a>.
The restructuring comes under the leadership of CEO Auchincloss, who <a href="https://www.bp.com/en/global/corporate/news-and-insights/press-releases/murray-auchincloss-appointed-bp-chief-executive-officer.html">took the helm a year ago</a>.
The CEO, in his memo to the employees, stated that the company's pivot toward more digital capabilities, including artificial intelligence in engineering and marketing, would boost its operations.
Also Read: <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/01/43027582/toyota-subsidiary-agrees-to-16b-settlement-over-emission-data-fraud">Toyota Subsidiary Agrees To $1.6B Settlement Over Emission Data Fraud</a>
BP's decision to scale back its oil and gas production reduction targets for 2030 has been controversial, with some of the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-ratings/analyst-color/24/01/36829332/battleground-for-oil-majors-bp-activist-investor-calls-for-cut-in-green-energy-pled">investors supporting the decision</a>.
In 2020, BP set a goal to <a href="https://www.bp.com/en/global/corporate/news-and-insights/press-releases/from-international-oil-company-to-integrated-energy-company-bp-sets-out-strategy-for-decade-of-delivery-towards-net-zero-ambition.html">reduce its oil and gas</a> production by 40% by 2030.&nbsp;The goal was <a href="https://www.bp.com/en/global/corporate/sustainability/getting-to-net-zero/five-aims-to-get-bp-to-net-zero.html">abandoned in October 2024</a>. 
Earlier this week, BP said production in its fiscal fourth quarter is expected to be <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/01/42971311/bp-warns-of-lower-oil-gas-output-in-fourth-quarter-update">lower than in the third quarter</a>. 
For the fourth quarter, the company anticipates a decline in upstream production compared to the previous quarter, with reductions in both oil and gas &amp; low-carbon energy output.
In the gas and low-carbon energy segment, realizations are expected to improve by $0.1 to $0.2 billion, driven by fluctuations in non-Henry Hub natural gas prices.
In the oil production and operations sector, BP predicts a negative impact on realizations of $0.2 billion to $0.4 billion, primarily due to price lags, especially in the Gulf of Mexico and UAE.
The company&#8217;s operating revenues for the third quarter came in at $47.254 billion, missing the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/earnings/24/10/41598840/bp-stock-drops-as-q3-revenue-misses-mark-production-declines-debt-rises">consensus of $52.557 billion</a>.
Investors can gain exposure to the stock via Texas Capital Texas Oil Index ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/OILT#NYSE">OILT</a>) and Amplify Natural Resources Dividend Income ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NDIV#NYSE">NDIV</a>).
BP Price Action: BP shares are trading higher by 1.55% at $31.79 at publication Thursday.
Read Next: <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/economics/macro-economic-events/25/01/43037588/stocks-pause-chipmakers-rise-gold-hits-2-month-highs-whats-driving-markets-thursday">• Stocks Pause, Chipmakers Rise, Gold Hits 2-Month Highs: What&#8217;s Driving Markets Thursday?</a>
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